BIOL 551 - Conservation Biology

Institution:

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Biology

Description:

Presents the science of preserving biodiversity and sustaining the earth. The course draws on and synthesizes information from ecology, evolution, genetics, philosophy, economics, sociology, and political science. Emphasis is placed on developing strategies for preserving populations, species, biological communities, and ecosystems in the face of growing human populations and their impact on the environment. The course applies scientific principles and theory to address management strategies that preserve the richness of life on earth.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.commonwealthu.edu/

Phone Number:

(570) 389-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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